Luis Suarez ‘will score more goals than Fernando Torres this season’

Liverpool lost their talismanic striker
Fernando Torres last season and brought in
Luis Suarez – but, according to Metro
Fantasy Football players, the Uruguayan will outperform his Spanish predecessor this season.

On the eve of the new Premier League football season, we take a look at the most popular picks in Metro free Fantasy Football so far.

And while there are some of the usual suspects in the top bracket, it also seems there are plenty of unusual ones as well – not least the slightly surprising news that fans have more confidence in £22m Suarez out-scoring Torres – apparently worth £50m – in 2011/12.

Strikers

Wayne Rooney (£10m)

Normally a staple of any fantasy football team but disappointed at the start of last season for Manchester United.

He managed to regain his form in the later stages though, tallying 11 goals and 11 assists.

Luis Suarez (£9.5m)

Hit the ground running last season after transferring to Liverpool in the January transfer window. He managed 4 goals in 13 appearances and it looks like punters think he will be on fire this season.

Robin van Persie (£9.8m)

Sure to be handed the Arsenal captain’s armband after Fabregas leaves. But will this strengthen his performances or will the responsibility get to him? The public seem to think the former, as he is proving popular with fantasy football team players.

Midfielders

Nani (£9.9m)

He was a star for Manchester United last season and people are hoping he will produce more of the same.

He made it onto the team of the year’s bench, scoring an impressive 1022 attacking points.

Ashley Young (£9.5m)

After his £16million pound move from Aston Villa to Manchester United, fantasy managers are backing Young to be a success.

He will undoubtedly get more assists with Wayne Rooney and Hernandez lurking in the box.

David Silva (£9.6m)

Silva impressed with his majestic control and ability to pick a pass last season. He is the key to Manchester City’s attacking play and is bound to feature heavily this season.

Charles N’Zogbia (£7.7m)

Wigan’s top scoring player last season with 1,613 points. A good – and cheaper – attacking option.

Frank Lampard (£9.6m)

A stalwart in any fantasy team for the last six years. Consistently racks up points but an injury last season meant that he played fewer games for Chelsea.

It remains to be seen if he still has it at 33 years old.

DefendersNemanja Vidic (£6.2m)

He costs a lot for a defender but normally delivers points due to Manchester United’s strong defensive record and the danger he poses in the air from set-pieces.

He was in Metro’s team of the season last year.

Leighton Baines (£6m)

The Everton full-back is always a threat going forward and was oustanding last season, amassing 1971 points.

He made 12 assists last season but with Everton failing to invest in their team this year, he may find it difficult to repeat this.

Vincent Kompany (£5.9m)

Was impressive last season and Manchester City will be stronger after heavy investment in the summer. One to watch.

David Luiz (£5.7m)

Had a good start to his Chelsea career, scoring two goals after his January move, but indiscipline may be a problem as he often makes rash challenges.

Ashley Cole (£6.3m)

Made it onto the bench in last season’s Metro Fantasy Football team of the year, notching up 642 attacking points. The Chelsea defender is always a safe bet.

Goalkeepers

Joe Hart (£3.8m)

The Manchester City goalkeeper scored 254 defensive points, 66 more than nearest rival Petr Cech last season. He was in the team of the year and will surely be stronger this season.

David de Gea (£3.6m)

Fantasy managers are taking a punt on De Gea – even though the young goalkeeper’s performance in the Community Shield was far from convincing.

On the other hand, with Manchester United’s defence, it is always smart to choose their keeper.